The Paris Nobody Talks About: Five Things That Made This Trip

Everyone comes to Paris for the Eiffel Tower. The Seine. The obvious glamour. And of course all of it deserves its reputation. What’s staying with me are the smaller things. The flower stalls tucked into every neighborhood like they were always meant to be there. The way the light turns the buildings gold at seven in the evening and you just have to stop walking. The hotel that felt immediately like mine. The tiny museum I almost didn’t bother with. Paris rewards the people who slow down, next trip I would like to spend more time and do just that.We are currently spending our last night in Beaune and are heading to Bonnieux (more on that later). Let’s chat about The Paris Nobody Talks About: Five Things That Made This Trip.

The Paris Nobody Talks About: Five Things That Made This Trip

The Hoxton Hotel Paris

The Hoxton hotel in the 2nd Arrondissment was recommended to me by my pals Mary Ann and Annie. It didn’t dissapoint. The location was great , we were able to walk everywhere. Extremely helpful staff, cozy rooms, and a great place to have a glass of wine after walking miles.

Two Fabulous Restaurants you may not Have Tried

Our first night in Paris, we did what we always do: decided to walk to dinner and promptly got lost. The restaurant was Poulette. The city was not impressed with our sense of direction. I’ve decided this is tradition at this point a new city, a wrong turn, and eventually, a great restaurant. We were late, they were kind, and the food was fabulous!!

Our second night in Paris we dined at La Bourse Et La Vie. Another amazing restaurant, maybe our best of the trip so far. The food, wine, and service were perfection!

A Smaller Museum that we Loved

Cindy Hattersley at the Musee de Carnavalet Paris

One of my readers Cheryl gave us several great recommendations (she lives part time in Provence), all were good. I believe a friend of hers suggested this museum and it was our favorite. My friend Elizabeth from Pine Cones and Acorns advised to check out the smaller museums and she was right! The Musee de Carnavalet is esconced in this beautiful chateau in the Marais. The home is stunning and the museum is filled with antique signage, beautful architectural panels that have been reclaimed and relocated here. And…they serve lunch in the beautiful garden! I can’t imagine a more perfect place to spend a lovely Paris afternoon.

Walking in Paris at Sunset

We walked literally everywhere, and each night I was amazed at the beauty of the city at night.

The Flower Stands in Every Neighborhood

Every neighborhood has at least one fabulous flower shop with seasonal florals you can’t resist.

Thank you for reading The Paris Nobody Talks About: Five Things That Made This Trip. This was my first trip to Paris, and I can’t stop thinking about it in the usual way. Maybe because at this point in my life, I’m less interested in checking boxes and more interested in the flower market around the corner from breakfast than hitting every tourist favorite. Whatever it is, I’ wasn’t ready to leave. But since I had to, I’ll leave you with these five things, the Paris I hope you find, too.

If you missed my post, Provence Style: What to Wear in the South of France + a Beautiful Stone House; you might want to check it out.

We are spending our last day in Beaune and then we are off to Bonnieux. I would love to hear about your Paris faves. Now let’s pop over and visit Mary Anne and Annie for more Sunday fun!